Group Interview Scheduled for Wednesday, 29 July
10a.m. to 12p.m.
23 Holmes Drive in Beaconsfield.
If you would like to be included in the group interview, please complete the following steps:
Submit your resume and cover letter via SEEK by Wednesday, 22 July. If you meet the criteria we are looking for,
You will be emailed written questions to complete prior to the interview date to bring with you.
Candidates will be interviewed on the day and successful selection confirmed with an offer of employment after references are completed and credentials are confirmed.
Previous experience in supporting participants with complex care needs, mental health diagnosis, and behaviours of concern desired.
Casual Positions available, with the potential of permanent part-time contracts set at 60 hours per fortnight with additional shifts as possible to accommodate staff on leave. Ability to work a variety of shifts: Monday through Sunday. Flexible shifts based on client roster needs on a 24/7 rotating roster which includes evenings, sleepovers, awake shifts, and weekend shifts. Some shorter social shifts also available.
Must be willing to complete all job responsibilities required as listed below.
Benefits include:
Ongoing training
Competitive hourly rate paid according to the SCHADS award.
Supportive and empowering management team
Employee Assistance Program
Salary Sacrificing
Access to FREE online Training Portal to further develop industry specific skills and knowledge.
Being part of Engedi means making a difference in people's lives.
Responsibilities will include:
Meeting our clients' individual needs in the least restrictive way possible
Mentoring clients and assisting them to develop skills - guiding people to develop independent living skills- "do with, not for"
Being a positive role model and provide positive support to our clients in areas such as emotional behaviour, assistance with personal care and hygiene, transport, education,
cooking and domestic duties
Assisting in dispensing client medication and adherence to client support plans
Assisting with personal care, aid changes, meal preparation and domestic tasks as required
Manual handling and transport
Completing transparent, concise and factual handover notes and incident reports
Managing complex and challenging client behaviours (including aggressive behaviours)
Supporting our clients to engage with their local communities and culture through access to Community Participation Programs and recreational activities
Nurturing dignity, autonomy and positive self-esteem
What you will bring:
Australian citizenship or permanent residency is required for this position.
Hold or be working towards obtaining a qualification in disability support (preferred)
Certificate III in disability support or equivalent qualification is desired.
Positive attitude, willingness to learn and work as a team member
Strong communication skills both written and verbal
Ability to take initiative and work as part of a team
Current driver's license and registered vehicle (mandatory requirement)
Current Blue Card and NDIS disability worker screening clearance. You can apply here / (mandatory requirement)
Current First Aid and CPR Certificate (mandatory requirement)
NDIS Worker Orientation Module (mandatory requirement)
Previous experience supporting people with a range of behavioural concerns and needs preferred
Basic computer literacy (training provided on our systems)
Be willing and available for call in shifts.
We are an Equal Employment Opportunity (EEO) employer and are committed to building a diverse and inclusive workforce. We welcome, actively support and promote the employment of people from diverse groups, including Aboriginal and/or Torres Strait Islander people; people with a disability; people of diverse genders, sexes and sexualities (DGSS); culturally and linguistically diverse (CALD) people; older people; and other diverse groups.
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📌 Disability Support Worker Complex Care (North Mackay)
🏢 Engedi
📍 North Mackay
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